Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs

Rocky Mountain Food Tours
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442keithv
15 days ago
Kathy was a pleasant wealth of information and an absolute joy! We felt like we were the only ones on the tour. And the food was excellent too.

Every tour is different as nearly 20 destinations may be featured! This classic and casual walking tour features food, drinks, local art and historical storytelling! You’ll visit four or five of the most loved restaurants, hole-in-the-walls, and artisan food shops in downtown Colorado Springs (enough for a full meal!). Get a behind-the-scenes look into downtown’s blossoming culinary scene and see downtown from a true local's perspective. Enjoy historical storytelling of Pikes Peak, the gold rush, the railroad, and more from your expert local Tour Leader. Upgrade your ticket to include Colorado craft beer, cocktails, and wine for only $18. The itinerary provided is a sample and may be completely different than your actual tour. The tour covers 1-1.5 miles and may not make a complete circle.

Departure Point

  • Your Tour Leader will meet you inside the lobby of The Mining Exchange Hotel. Please arrive 15 min before your tour's departure time (11:45am). We recommend on-street metered parking (download the ParkMobile app) or the city owned garage located on Nevada Ave. and Colorado Ave. ($1/hour).
  • Your Tour Leader will meet you inside the lobby of the Antlers Hotel. Please arrive 15 min before your tour's departure time. Parking available underneath the Antlers Hotel. Your guide will help you get your ticket validated.
  • **ONLY FRIDAY** - Your Tour Leader will meet you inside the lobby of the Kinship Landing. Please arrive 15 min before your tour's departure time (12:45pm). Do NOT park in the hotel parking lot. We recommend on-street metered parking. Download the ParkMobile app.
Return Details
  • The ending locations rotate are are subject to change without notice.
  • The ending locations rotate are are subject to change without notice.
Duration3 hoursLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Downtown Colorado SpringsColorado Springs, ColoradoLet's explore the delicious side of downtown Colorado Springs! Not only will your tour feature 4-5 unique culinary destinations, but you will also learn about our fascinating history along the way. Plus, downtown is a Certified Creative District, which means that there are more than 300 works on art on display! Don't forget to ask questions - we love an interactive group! Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Antlers, A Wyndham Hotel4 South Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903The Antlers Hotel is a historic hotel originally built for by William Jackson Palmer, our city's founder, in 1873. Here, we'll talk about the beginnings of Colorado Springs and the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad that passed through.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Phantom Canyon Brewing Co2 E Pikes Peak Ave, , Colorado Springs, ColoradoThe first craft brewing in Colorado Springs, Phantom Canyon boasts hearty fare, billiards, and spectacular rooftop views. Located inside the historic Cheyenne Building.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum121 S. Tejon Street, Suite 100, Colorado Springs, ColoradoOriginally the county courthouse built in 1903, the Pioneers Museum is architectural marvel and Wild West artifact treasure chest. We'll talk about the building itself as well as some of the local art pieces located in the park surrounding it.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Jack Quinn's Irish Pub and Restaurant21 South Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903Jack Quinn's Irish Pub is one of the most popular restaurants in downtown Colorado Springs and has been open since March 17, 1998. Serving homemade Irish fare in a space that feels like you're in a real pub in Ireland, Jack Quinn's welcomes everyone near and far with beer, grog, and delicious food.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: AdAmAn Alley1517 South Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80905AdAmAn Alley is a multi-sensory art installation commemorating 100 years of the AdAmAn Club, which ascends Pikes Peak every New Year's Eve to set off fireworks over the city.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: The Mining Exchange A Wyndham Grand Hotel & Spa8 South Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903The Mining Exchange Hotel, founded by Winfield Scott Stratton, was originally the largest gold and silver stock exchange in the county. We'll talk about the gold rush and the largest mine to have ever been found in Colorado, the Independence Load.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Pikes Peak Lemonade224 North Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903We'll visit the only lemonade tap house in the nation featuring handcrafted, organic cane sugar and fresh lemons. Tour guests will enjoy a 10% discount! Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Acacia Park115 East Platte Ave, , Colorado Springs, ColoradoAcacia Park is at the heart of Downtown Colorado Springs and is one of the oldest parks in the city. We'll talk about the public art, the historic band stand, and musical fountain on our way to the next culinary destination. Don't forget to ask your tour guide about some of the nearby boutique shopping!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Pikes Peak - America's Mountain5069 Pikes Peak Highway, , Cascade, ColoradoCelebrity Chef Brother Luck has two restaurants in downtown Colorado Springs, and your tour may feature one of them! Four by Brother Luck is southwest inspired fare featuring local ingredients and farm fresh produce. We'll try a dish that Chef Luck served on Season 16 of Top Chef. Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Josh & John's329 North Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903While we won't get to actually ascend the the mountain on our tour, we will talk about this magnificent natural wonder of the United States. With Pikes Peak looming over the buildings of downtown Colorado Springs, we'll talk about how it was named, world-renown events happening there every year, and of course the famous food you can get at the top. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Four by Brother Luck321 North Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903Josh and John's has been serving their delicious "mountain churn" ice cream in downtown Colorado Springs since 1986! We'll try the "Purple Mountain Majesty," which is the flavor they created in honor of the 100-year anniversary of the Pikes Peak Hillclimb. This location is hugely popular with the locals, but you'll get to skip the line with the food tour! Duration: 15 minutes

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Inclusions
  • Expert Local Tour Leader
  • Art and Culture Insights
  • Historical Storytelling
  • Water at all Locations
  • Insider Information on Local Restaurants and Chefs
Exclusions
  • Tour Leader Gratuity
Redemption InstructionsPlease note that the itinerary listed is a SAMPLE! We visit nearly 20 locations, and your tour may look completely different than what is included on your ticket. All tours feature four to five locations that may include sit-down restaurants, breweries, artisan food shops, and hole-in-the-walls unique to Colorado Springs.Double check your meeting location! Tours start at 1pm, 1:30pm, or 2pm and all three tours have different meeting locations and parking instructions.Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Customer Reviews

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442keithv
Kathy was a pleasant wealth of information and an absolute joy! We felt like we were the only ones on the tour. And the food was excellent too.
deograciousm
Five stars across the board!! Our guide, Beth, was a gem! Samples were amazing! Taste of history, a bonus. We will definitely spread the word! Cheers!
carolinefS8725NL
I had a wonderful experience going on the food tour with Beth, our guide. She shared a lot of history while walking, which I really enjoyed. The green chili fries were excellent and a good food choice for Southern Colorado.
kristinkX4085ED
This was such a fun experience as out of state visitors. The food and history were phenomenal. Beth was so knowledgeable and funny. She really made the experience top-notch!
anothermelissa
Behr was a wonderful tour guide! He was extremely knowledgeable of local history, entertaining and offered us great local food. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire event.

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